Quotes of Note

"I believe that the Freedom Museum has the potential of becoming one of the premier military history education facilities in the nation, if not the world. Its location in Northern Virginia, just a few miles from our nation's capital, and its association with the Smithsonian truly has it located in the epicenter of our nation's history---educationally, militarily and politically."

Mr. Harold "Butch" Miller, Past Commander-in-Chief National American Legion

"The Freedom Museum is long overdue. The only people in the United States who truly appreciate freedom are those who have lived for extended periods of time in other places. Immigrants, military personnel and former POW's come quickest to mind. When you're a prisoner of war, you don't count the years; you count the days. I was held 2,432 days. At Christmas 1972, I thought 'I've been over here a long time.' "

Commander Paul E. Galanti, USN (Ret)

"The Freedom Museum in Manassas is well on its way to becoming a national attraction honoring American history and military sacrifice. And now, as part of the Smithsonian Affiliations Program, the museum will play an even greater role in teaching our children about the selfless sacrifices of veterans who risked their lives for the liberty and freedom of all Americans."

Former U.S. Senator Chuck Robb, Vietnam Veteran

"The Freedom Museum illustrates the very spirit of the Smithsonian Affiliations Program. The museum celebrates the sacrifices and achievements of the American people and American veterans in the 20th century, and it reminds young Americans of their heritage. We are proud to welcome the Freedom Museum into the Smithsonian family."

Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lawrence M. Small

"At the Freedom Museum future generations will learn of the price their ancestors paid for the blessings of liberty they are inheriting. America needs the Freedom Museum and the civic heroes who help us build it will earn the gratitude of generations yet unborn. We need your help!"

Chuck Colgan, Jr., Vietnam Veteran

"I have visited museums around the world, and I have never seen a museum move this far this fast. The Freedom Museum has struck a chord with the American people because it honors all the men and women who fought to preserve freedom in the 20th century and beyond. Ultimately, this will be much more than a museum; it will truly be an experience. "

Allan D. Cors, Chairman of the Freedom Museum Foundation